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The Real Brokerage is betting big on AI to fuel organic growth in 2025

Housing Wire

While the commission lawsuits and the business practice changes outlined in the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) settlement occupied notable portions of 2024 for The Real Brokerage , impressive organic growth is the firm’s true highlight of the year. Real ended 2023 with 13,650 agents and as of Wednesday the company reports that it has now reached 23,000 agents.

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Uncertainty in 2025 clouds housing market forecasts

Real Estate News

Federal policy changes could impact real estate in surprising ways, but economists are predicting fairly modest shifts in the new year.

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Will we see a Santa Claus rally in mortgage rates?

Housing Wire

Despite initial concerns that tariffs would push mortgage rates up to 8% and reduce housing demand, this week has brought some encouraging news. The 10-year yield has remained stable at a crucial technical level and even reversed direction, resulting in improved mortgage rates. Additionally, housing demand has surprisingly held up, even with elevated mortgage rates.

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Compass to acquire @properties, Christie's International Real Estate

Real Estate News

The $444 million deal brings the 8th-largest brokerage firm into the Compass fold and represents the brokerage giant’s first major move into the global market.

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?

Keeping Current Matters

A recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house.

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Compass to acquire @properties Christie’s International Real Estate

Inman

The deal is valued at around $444 million, with $150 million in cash and $294 million in equity. If finalized, it would merge the nation's No. 1 brokerage by sales volume with the No. 8 largest brokerage.

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The ‘silver tsunami’ will hit South Florida even harder

Housing Wire

Communities across the country, particularly those that are popular among retirees, are seeing an influx of older residents as a “silver tsunami” — based on population rather than housing inventory — prepares to wash over them. South Florida — already a popular retirement destination due to its warmer year-round climate — has been struggling with a higher concentration of older residents and is poised to take on even more, according to local reporting from The Palm Beach Post.

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Trends 2025: Why the housing market has become so hard to predict

Real Estate News

Feel like housing forecasts have been off lately? That’s because the market hasn’t been behaving as expected. See which factors are playing a bigger role.

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When Will Mortgage Rates Come Down?

Keeping Current Matters

One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds right now is: when will mortgage rates come down?

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NAR settlement appeals add up as law professor signals new objection

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University at Buffalo contracts law professor Tanya Monestier on Monday informed Judge Stephen Bough she would follow in the footsteps of fellow objectors who have appealed the Nov. 26 ruling.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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In Stunner, Compass Acquiring @properties Christie’s International Real Estate

RIS Media

In an unexpected residential real estate company consolidation announced December 2, Compass Inc., the leading brokerage by sales volume, according to RISMedia’s 2024 Power Broker Report, will be acquiring @properties Christie’s International Real Estate for $444 million in a move that Compass says will accelerate domestic and international growth opportunities.

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How migration is dividing the housing market in two

Housing Wire

It can be tricky talking about the national housing market when different parts of the country have very different market dynamics. Nationally, home prices will finish 2024 with an increase of about 5% over the previous year, despite historically low home sales and that there are 27% more homes unsold on the market than there were last year at this time.

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Why buyers are gravitating toward smaller homes

Real Estate News

As household composition shifts, builders look to the starter homes of yesteryear to deliver more practical, affordable single-family homes for today’s buyers.

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Make Your House the Top Thing on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season

Keeping Current Matters

With the holidays right around the corner, homeowners planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait?

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Tech-Forward Strategies for Scaling Agent Efficiency & Accelerating Growth

As the real estate market evolves, technology has become essential for success. According to NAR, only 26% of agents feel their brokerage provides the necessary tech tools and, as a result, agents seek teams and brokerages who prioritize technology investments! Whether you manage an established team or are forming a new one, this guide outlines key considerations and necessary applications to thrive.

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Judge lays out reasoning for NAR settlement approval

Inman

Judge Stephen R. Bough overruled all objections to the National Association of Realtors and HomeServices deals and awarded attorneys one-third of the settlement amounts as requested.

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RICS unveils new Red Book with AI updates

Estate Agent Today

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has released a new edition of its Global Red Book, making several updates on the use of artificial intelligence in valuations and the mandatory implementation of environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles.

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Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot

Keeping Current Matters

A lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to sell a house.

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Tiny home with garage sells out on Amazon after Black Friday buzz

Inman

The home was also designed to create a portable solution, as the home can be easily set up in almost any location. It comes pre-equipped with electricity and plumbing, ensuring essential amenities are available wherever it's placed.

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Accelerating Real Estate Sales Pipelines to Streamline Buyer Journeys

Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.

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Team Tactics: 3 Ways to Run an Environmentally Conscious Real Estate Team

RIS Media

Those in the business of helping people buy and sell property in super-storm-damaged areas, have seen how more frequent weather disasters and other effects of climate change can have an impact on real estate. For those interested in reducing their global footprint, there are many ways real estate teams can contribute beyond the basics like… The post Team Tactics: 3 Ways to Run an Environmentally Conscious Real Estate Team appeared first on RISMedia.

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Compass to acquire Christie’s International Real Estate, @properties

Housing Wire

Compass is heading into the final weeks of 2024 with a bang. On Monday, the firm announced its plan to acquire Christie’s International Real Estate and @properties. According to a press release, the merger is expected to close in 2025 and is subject to regulatory approval. In an 8-K filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Compass informed its shareholders that it will purchase the companies for $150 million in cash at closing, along with roughly 44.13 million shares of Compass’

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NAR holds onto more than 1.5M members despite turbulent year

Real Estate News

The National Association of Realtors reported having roughly 1.52 million members in December, despite growing pushback from agents and local associations.

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Investors Are Not Buying Up All the Homes

Keeping Current Matters

There’s a misconception Wall Street is buying all the homes on the market. But data proves that isn’t true.

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Driving Profit: 4 Pillars for Growing Your Real Estate Brokerage

In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.

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Landmark NAR commission settlement faces first appeal

Inman

A day after the settlement received final approval from Judge Stephen Bough, an entity known as Spring Way Center along with several homesellers appealed the deal.

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Top-Producing Real Estate Team Moves to RE/MAX, Opens New RE/MAX Horizon Office

RIS Media

Above, from left, Melody Contreras and Becky Dwaileebe RE/MAX LLC has announced that new franchisee RE/MAX Horizon has launched operations in Tucson, Arizona. This office is a new venture by Becky Dwaileebe and Melody Contreras, team leaders of Eclipse Real Estate Group at Realty Executives. According to the firm, they have consistently ranked in the… The post Top-Producing Real Estate Team Moves to RE/MAX, Opens New RE/MAX Horizon Office appeared first on RISMedia.

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SERHANT. secures $45M to further develop its AI platform

Housing Wire

Ryan Serhant ’s eponymous brokerage has been in rapid growth mode this year following the success of the Netflix show “Owning Manhattan,” and now investors want in on the action. SERHANT. announced Monday that it secured $45 million in a Series A funding round led by real estate venture capital firm Camber Creek and participation from Left Lane Capital.

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Housing Market Decoded: Can 2024 sales top 2023? Clock's ticking

Real Estate News

So far, the pace of home sales has been slower this year, but the fall bump in pending sales could translate to a December rally — if mortgage rates drop.

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Maximizing Your Online Presence: Tips for Real Estate Agents on Social Media

Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty

Networking is one of the crucial elements in every real estate organization's success. Both agents and real estate companies need to maintain robust networking links. This is why social media is essential for any real estate professional! Social media enables you to stay in touch with your present clients, maintain connections with your past clients, and engage potential customers and investors.

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Why Owning a Home Is Worth It in the Long Run

Keeping Current Matters

Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second-guessing whether it's still a good idea to buy a home right now.

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Can you hear me now? 5 strategies for nailing listening appointments

Inman

The National Association of Realtors' commission settlement has been finalized, Carl Medford writes, so it's more important than ever to listen carefully to homesellers' concerns and questions.

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Agents should treat Stamp Duty changes as material information – warning

Estate Agent Today

The Guild of Property Professionals is advising estate agents to be proactive in informing buyers about the impending changes to Stamp Duty thresholds in England and Northern Ireland.

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The risks of 1099 contractors in property management

Housing Wire

Multifamily property managers and owner managers face countless challenges and complexities day in and out. From resident relations and legal compliance to property takeover, both established and new property management company executives can quickly become overwhelmed handling all the moving parts required to run the company. One of the most common challenges, particularly when taking over a property, is hiring and retaining full-time staff.

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Rise of The Apps: Building Your Dream Tech Stack For Real Estate Success

Speaker: Trey Willard, Realtor/Team Leader at Keller Williams Realty, Inc.

In order to create continued success in today’s real estate market, realtors need to utilize an arsenal of technology that will increase their efficiency and presence on social media. Using technology to manage your prospects and tap into their needs through websites, social media, and other channels is critical for real estate success in 2022 and beyond.